Hiring Salary: $18.00/Hourly

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Food Service Specialist 1 assists with producing the highest quality customer service for food/drinks within a restaurant or similar service area for UTHSC's campus. Specific duties for this position include food/drink preparation, operating a cash register, setting up and breaking down work areas, maintaining cleanliness and functionality, and providing excellent customer service. Additionally, this position may rotate to different locations or storefronts on campus and is expected to perform duties at any location that falls under the helm of Food Services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepares ingredients, beverages, and food according to recipes and directions for distribution. Cooks and prepares food for service.

2. Completes transactions as a cashier, as needed.

3. Monitors food temperatures and records.

4. Sets up and breaks down food stations.

5. Completes production sheets. Labels and dates food in cooler.

6. Compiles list of items to be ordered and assists with placing order. Replenishes food line items and stocks to appropriate levels.

7. Stores food safely by following procedures.

8. Cleans and maintains work areas, including floors, facilities, utensils, and equipment.

9. Collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers.

10. Greets and serves each customer with excellent customer service.

11. Washes pots, pans, and other items ensuring sanitary handling; organizes returns and equipment to proper the location for storage.

12. Attends trainings, as necessary.

13. Performs other related duties as assigned.